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May 4, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (1) and forward Julius Randle (30) block out San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) in the first half during game one of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Minnesota Timberwolves using Illinois basketball as a catalyst in NBA Playoffs upset

Rees Woodcock

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May 5, 2026

Keaton Wagler will be a calming force for NBA franchise in latest 2026 mock draft

Rees Woodcock

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May 4, 2026

Two major predictions for Illinois basketball star Cearah Parchment in 2026-27

Kellen Sherman

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May 4, 2026

Two major predictions for Illinois basketball point guard Destiny Jackson in 2026-27

Kellen Sherman

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May 3, 2026

July 19, 2025; North Augusta, South Carolina, USA; Brad Beal Elite Quentin Coleman (1) gestures to a teammate as Team Durant Evans Barning Jr. (7) defends during the Brad Beal Elite and Team Durant game at the Nike EYBL Peach Jam at Riverview Park Activity Center. Brad Beal Elite won 91-59. Mandatory Credit: Katie Goodale - Augusta Chronicle/USA TODAY NETWORK

Quentin Coleman proves he is ready to take the Illinois basketball backcourt by storm

Rees Woodcock

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May 3, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) shoots the ball against the Penn Quakers in the first half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Illinois basketball will get an assist from NBA Draft Combine with Andrej Stojakovic

Rees Woodcock

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May 2, 2026

Nov 1, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema greets fans before an NCAA game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

A massive new Illinois football recruiting target could be an upgrade for 2027

Rees Woodcock

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May 2, 2026

Mar 13, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Ayo Dosunmu (11) reacts to the crowd after his team defeats the Iowa Hawkeyes at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Two Illinois basketball legends cemented their legacies

Kellen Sherman

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May 2, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood.

Brad Underwood believes he landed the 'best offensive player' in the transfer portal

Sam Fariss

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May 2, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic.

Video of David Mirkovic's side hustle has fans hopeful 1 Illini will leave the portal

Sam Fariss

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May 1, 2026

Illinois center Lety Vasconcelos, right, rebounds over Oregon forward Ehis Etute as the Oregon Ducks host the Illinois Fighting Illini on Feb. 4, 2026, at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon.

Illinois basketball center wins prestigious award at this year's Oskees

Kellen Sherman

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Apr 30, 2026

Apr 23, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) talks with guard Ayo Dosunmu (13) during a free throw by the Denver Nuggets in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Minnesota Timberwolves will have to fend off Denver Nuggets without Ayo Dosunmu

Rees Woodcock

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Apr 30, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2)

New NBA mock draft makes Andrej Stojakovic’s Illinois decision easier for next season

Josh Yourish

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Apr 30, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) speaks in a press conference after defeating the Iowa Hawkeyes in an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Illinois basketball will win the Andrej Stojakovic battle due to these two factors

Owen Christopher

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Apr 30, 2026

Illinois coach Bret Bielema disputes a call in the first quarter of the Music City Bowl against Tennessee in an NCAA football game on Dec. 30, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee.

4-star Illinois football recruiting target backs away from Big Ten foe

Kellen Sherman

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Apr 30, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood and guard Kylan Boswell.

Kylan Boswell's love for Brad Underwood will only make people admire the Illinois HC more

Sam Fariss

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Apr 29, 2026

Mar 14, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Will Riley (7) shoots the ball while Maryland Terrapins guard DeShawn Harris-Smith (5) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Top 10 Illinois basketball freshman seasons in the Brad Underwood era

Rees Woodcock

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Apr 29, 2026

Feb 25, 2024; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Shauna Green reacts against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the fourth quarter at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

ESPN analyst gives high praise to Illinois basketball for next season

Kellen Sherman

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Apr 29, 2026

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Josh McCray (6) celebrates winning the MVP after the game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Bret Bielema still clearly salty about Illinois football transfer portal departure

Rees Woodcock

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Apr 27, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood celebrates after cutting down the net after defeating the Iowa Hawkeyes in an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Projected 2026-27 rankings have Illinois basketball coach Brad Underwood in rare air

Rees Woodcock

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Apr 27, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer (QB03) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Detroit Lions will provide Luke Altmyer some of the best teachers in the Motor City

Kellen Sherman

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Apr 27, 2026

Nov 15, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema greets players.

Bret Bielema has rebuilt Illinois football and the last 5 NFL Drafts prove it

Sam Fariss

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Apr 27, 2026

Apr 25, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu (13) celebrates with fans after making a three-point shot against the Denver Nuggets in the fourth quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

Former Illinois basketball star puts Minnesota Timberwolves on back in NBA Playoffs

Kellen Sherman

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Apr 26, 2026

Illinois guard Aaliyah Guyton (1) celebrates defeating Colorado with her team in the first round of the NCAA college basketball tournament at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 21, 2026.

Illinois basketball is living every programs dream with massive offseason

Kellen Sherman

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Apr 26, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) shoots against the Connecticut Huskies in the second half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Illinois basketball star makes second-best decision of career declaring for NBA Draft

Rees Woodcock

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Apr 26, 2026

Illinois defensive back Miles Scott (10) celebrates after defeating Tennessee the Liberty Mutual Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025.

Denver Broncos are a walking billboard for every Illinois football recruiting trip

Rees Woodcock

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Apr 26, 2026

Illinois football key cog getting golden opportunity with rising NFL team

Rees Woodcock

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Apr 26, 2026

New England Patriots again look to Illinois football for Super Bowl recipe

Rees Woodcock

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Apr 25, 2026

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